Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Ridgecrest, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 36°C (98°F), while lows may dip to 20°C (69°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ridgecrest throughout August hovers around 79%.
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In August, Ridgecrest averages 119 mm (4.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 14 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 5 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Ridgecrest reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||